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Cleopatra, c. 1674-75 (oil on canvas)
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Cleopatra, c. 1674-75 (oil on canvas)
XYC226641 Cleopatra, c.1674-75 (oil on canvas) by Gennari, Benedetto the Younger (1633-1715); 124.5x105.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12765055
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Agony Bite Bitten Breasts Drapery Egyptian Queen Pain Poisoned Poisoning Poisonous Suicide Tragedy Delirious Delirium Dying Ptolemies Serpent
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This print showcases Benedetto Gennari the Younger's masterpiece, "Cleopatra" painted around 1674-75. The oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 124.5x105.4 cm and is housed in the prestigious Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. Gennari's portrayal of Cleopatra captures her tragic demise with remarkable intensity. The nude Egyptian queen lies on a bed, draped in luxurious fabric, as she succumbs to the venomous bite of a serpent. Her face reveals delirium and agony, reflecting her impending death by suicide. The artist masterfully depicts Cleopatra's pain through his attention to detail - from her contorted body language to the expression of despair etched upon her face. The prominence given to her exposed breasts adds vulnerability and emphasizes both her sensuality and femininity. Symbolically rich, this Baroque painting explores themes of tragedy and mortality within ancient history. It transports viewers back to a time when power struggles among Ptolemies ruled Egypt. Gennari's brushstrokes bring life to this poignant scene while also capturing the poisonous nature of Cleopatra's final act. Through his artistry, he immortalizes one of history's most iconic figures at their most vulnerable moment. This print serves as a testament to Gennari’s talent as well as an invitation for contemplation on themes such as love, power, and ultimately our shared human experience with suffering and
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